Hybrid Admin Team Lead & EA for Private Equity

Joss Search & Selection Ltd; Greater London; Hybrid; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading Private Equity firm in Greater London is looking for an Admin Team Leader / Executive Assistant to blend leadership with hands-on EA support. You will lead a team of assistants, managing HR matters, conflict resolution, and improving workflows. The ideal candidate has extensive Financial Services experience, excellent communication and leadership skills, and thrives in fast-paced environments. This opportunity offers a supportive culture and benefits including private medical care and 30 days annual leave.

Benefits

30 days annual leave

Private medical & dental

1 day WFH

Qualifications

• Extensive Financial Services experience, ideally in Private Equity or Investment Banking.
• Strong hands-on leadership skills.
• Proven ability to handle performance, absence, and team-related matters.

Responsibilities

• Leading, coaching, and developing the EA team.
• Managing HR matters including absence and wellbeing.
• Supporting conflict resolution and maintaining team engagement.
• Improving processes, workflows, and team operations.
• Overseeing daily EA standards across diary, travel, and project support.

Skills

Strong organisational skills

Emotional intelligence

Excellent communication skills

Interpersonal skills

Leadership skills

Job description

A leading Private Equity firm in Greater London is looking for an Admin Team Leader / Executive Assistant to blend leadership with hands-on EA support. You will lead a team of assistants, managing HR matters, conflict resolution, and improving workflows. The ideal candidate has extensive Financial Services experience, excellent communication and leadership skills, and thrives in fast-paced environments. This opportunity offers a supportive culture and benefits including private medical care and 30 days annual leave.